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Vikings' McCarthy Aims for Playoff Push Despite Struggles

11/23/2025

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will start his sixth game against the Green Bay Packers on November 23.
He has thrown an interception in each of his first five games, a feat matched by only three other quarterbacks in the last twenty years.
Teammate Justin Jefferson expresses confidence in McCarthy's potential despite scrutiny.
The Vikings, 4-6, hope for a playoff turnaround as McCarthy and Jefferson lead the effort.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy will start his sixth game against the Green Bay Packers on November 23.
He has thrown an interception in each of his first five games, a feat matched by only three other quarterbacks in the last twenty years.
Teammate Justin Jefferson expresses confidence in McCarthy's potential despite scrutiny.
The Vikings, 4-6, hope for a playoff turnaround as McCarthy and Jefferson lead the effort.